Pan-fried Garlic Tofu with Soy Lime Sauce

Name: Pan-fried Garlic Tofu with Soy Lime Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Chinese, Asian
Ingredients: 3 cloves garlic (grated); 1 lime (zest and juice); 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; 2 tsp Sambal Oelek (or sub. Sriracha); 5 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten free); ¼ cup water (or low sodium veggie broth); ¼ cup light brown sugar; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 15 oz super-firm or extra-firm tofu (pressed & drained well); vegetable oil (for cooking); 1-2 green onions (sliced on the diagonal); ½ cup fresh cilantro (roughly chopped); 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds (garnish)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:15min

If you're in the mood for an easy weeknight dinner, this pan-fried garlic tofu recipe is for you. Marinated to perfection, pan-fried, and then coated in a thick, sticky soy lime sauce, this garlic tofu is delicious served alongside your favorite veggies and jasmine rice.

Updated at: Sat, 14 Dec 2024 12:41:44 GMT